Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania (Goodwill SWPA), in partnership with the Allegheny County Housing Authority (ACHA), proudly celebrated the grand opening of the McKees Rocks Opportunity Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, October 14, at Pleasant Ridge in McKees Rocks.
The event brought together community leaders, elected officials, and residents to mark the opening of the new center, which will serve as a hub for career services, workforce training, and essential community resources.
Speakers included:
- Sarah Innamorato, Allegheny County Executive
- Senator Wayne D. Fontana, Pennsylvania State Senate
- Monique McIntosh, President & CEO, Goodwill of Southwestern PA
- Richard Stephenson, Executive Director, Allegheny County Housing Authority
- Dr. Beverly Moore, Deputy Executive Director, Allegheny County Housing Authority
- Dontez Ford, community member and program participant, who shared his personal success story about overcoming barriers and building a better future
“The McKees Rocks Opportunity Center is a powerful example of Goodwill’s mission in action, creating pathways to opportunity, dignity, and hope,” said Monique McIntosh, President & CEO of Goodwill SWPA. “By meeting people where they are and working alongside partners like the Allegheny County Housing Authority, we are removing barriers to employment, education, and essential services. Together, we are helping more families thrive and building stronger, more resilient neighborhoods.”
The McKees Rocks Opportunity Center connects residents to:
- Career coaching and job placement support
- Skills training and workforce development programs
- Access to education, housing, and family support services
The new center is part of Goodwill’s growing network of community-based service hubs, joining locations in Lawrenceville, the Southside, Northside, and a soon-to-open center in Morgantown, WV.
The grand opening event highlighted the impact of local collaboration and the role that Opportunity Centers play in helping individuals achieve economic mobility and long-term stability. In 2024, Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania served over 21,556 individuals through their life-changing services.
For more information about the services being offered at the McKees Rocks Opportunity Center, visit goodwillswpa.org/adult-career-services.